This edition was prepared by Michael J. Drake, Jr. — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Ave Maria
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Ave Maria by Michael J. Drake, Jr. — Lyrics
Have gratia plena, Dominus tecum;
benedicta tu in mulieribus
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About Ave Maria
This sacred motet sets the familiar Ave Maria text in Latin. The composer focuses on the scriptural words of the Annunciation, "Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb." The flowing melodic lines and rich harmonic language are intended to evoke a sense of peace and contemplation. Scored for SSATB choir, the piece offers a beautiful opportunity for expressive ensemble singing, with divisi sections adding depth and color to the texture. It is a devotional work that would suit a range of liturgical or concert settings.
